Golz, Hans-Surgen G.

Service Highlights

  • Born July 16, 1940 in Werblitz, Soldin, Germany.
  • Enlisted in the Canadian Army in November 1961.
  • Received basic training at Camp Borden.
  • Served with the Perth Regiment of Canada.
  • Married Marion Baker.
  • Life Member of Royal Canadian Legion Branch 236, St. Marys serving for a time as President
  • Awarded the Diamond Jubilee Medal in 2013 in recognition of his support of the Legion.
  • Passed away on February 1, 2016.
  • Commemorated through the St. Marys Legion Veterans Banner Program.

A Life and Service Remembered

Hans-Surgen Golz was born in Germany in 1940 and later made his life in Canada, where he chose to serve his adopted country through military service. In November 1961, he enlisted in the Canadian Army, completed his training at Camp Borden, and went on to serve with the Perth Regiment of Canada.

At this time, his service records are not publicly available, so the exact details of his military duties and postings have not yet been confirmed.

What stands out especially in Hans’s story is the deep and lasting commitment he gave to the Royal Canadian Legion in St. Marys. For many years he was an active and dedicated supporter of Branch 236, serving in a wide variety of roles and giving his time generously to the work of remembrance and veteran support. His service as President and Past President reflected the trust and respect he earned within the Branch, and his designation as a Life Member showed how valued that commitment had become.

In 2013, Hans was awarded the Diamond Jubilee Medal in recognition of his untiring support of the Legion. That honour speaks not only to his years of involvement, but also to the spirit in which he served. Alongside his wife Marion Baker, he was part of the community life of St. Marys and helped strengthen the Legion’s place within it.

Hans-Surgen Golz passed away on February 1, 2016. He is remembered for his military service, his devotion to the Legion, and the steady contribution he made to the veteran community in St. Marys.

Major Service and Operations

  • Service with the Canadian Army
  • Training at Camp Borden
  • Service with the Perth Regiment of Canada
  • Military service during the Cold War era

Learn More

Royal Canadian Legion Military Service Recognition Book Volume III
https://on.legion.ca/remembrance/military-service-recognition-book/msrb/